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Birchen Grove and West Hendon Playing Fields — 4.5 km Running Route

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Birchen Grove and West Hendon Playing Fields is a 4.5 km (2.8 miles) loop in London, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

0 mAscent
Paved30%Paved
0/5Hilly

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Birchen Grove and West Hendon Playing Fields running route
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Location: London, England

Explore this pleasant 4.5km loop, largely paved and flat, tracing the scenic edge of Brent Reservoir in North London. Starting from Birchen Grove, the route offers lovely waterside views before circling the perimeter of the West Hendon Playing Fields. It's a convenient, accessible run that provides a refreshing break from city life.

Ideal for those seeking a gentle, untaxing run, this route is perfect for an easy-paced training session or a relaxed jog to clear your head. Its flat, paved nature makes it suitable for all abilities, and it’s a great option for a consistent workout without any challenging hills.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 4.5 km loop in London, England with around 0 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 0 metres of climb per kilometre, 0 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 70% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 4.5 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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